NZ V SL- NZ beat SL by 61 runs in Colombo In T20 World Cup 2026


NZ V SL- NZ beat SL by 61 runs in Colombo In T20 World Cup 2026:




New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026: NZ beat SL by 61 runs in Colombo


In a high-stakes encounter today, February 25, 2026, New Zealand effectively ended Sri Lanka’s home World Cup dreams with a commanding 61-run victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super 8s.


​Here is a summary of the match and the current state of their rivalry.


​Match Summary: T20 World Cup (Feb 25, 2026)

​Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Team    Score        Key Performers

Team Score Key Performers

New Zealand 168/7 (20 ov) Mitchell Santner (c) & Cole McConchie (84-run stand), Rachin Ravindra (32)

Sri Lanka 107/8 (20 ov) Dunith Wellalage (29), Maheesh Theekshana (3/30)


The Turning Point

​New Zealand appeared to be in deep trouble at 84/6 after a middle-order collapse triggered by Maheesh Theekshana. However, a sensational 84-run partnership between Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie—including a 70-run explosion in the final four overs—pushed the total to a competitive 168.

​The Chase:

​Sri Lanka's reply never gained momentum. Matt Henry struck on the very first ball, dismissing Pathum Nissanka. The middle order then crumbled against the spin of Rachin Ravindra, who claimed 4/27. Sri Lanka finished well short, resulting in their elimination from the tournament they are co-hosting.

​Historical Context & Head-to-Head

​The rivalry between these two nations has traditionally been competitive, though the "Black Caps" have held the upper hand in the T20 format recently.

​T20I Records: New Zealand leads with 17 wins compared to Sri Lanka’s 11 (with 2 ties and 1 no-result).

​Recent Form: Coming into this World Cup, Sri Lanka had shown strong form on home soil, but New Zealand's tactical depth—especially their use of 17 overs of spin in today’s match—proved the difference.

​Key Rivalry Dynamics: Sri Lanka often relies on mystery spin and top-order aggression, while New Zealand is known for disciplined bowling and lower-order resilience (as seen today).

​Note: With this win, New Zealand moves closer to a semi-final spot in Group 2, while Sri Lanka will now play for pride in their remaining fixtures.

Team      Score        Key Performers

Team Score Key Performers:

New Zealand 168/7 (20 ov) Mitchell Santner (c) & Cole McConchie (84-run stand), Rachin Ravindra (32)

Sri Lanka 107/8 (20 ov) Dunith Wellalage (29), Maheesh Theekshana (3/30)




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